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Old October 16th 09, 01:53 AM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
Bernie[_3_]
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Default C-150/180 tow plane?

On Oct 15, 4:46*am, macquistan wrote:
Hi,
*Does anyone have experience using as a tow plane a C-150 with a 180hp
conversion? There is one on the market for a very good price. It has a
tow hook and a STOL kit already installed. Obviously, a Pawnee would
be the best choice. But, for 15-20K less, two seats and trike gear, it
seems a like a great opportunity. Currently, the local commercial
operator is using an old C-182. However, his plane isn't all that well
maintained. The plane would mainly be used for towing single place
ships without ballast, like my B4. The heaviest thing it would have to
tow is a L-13 or L-23.
Thanks much.


A fellow has been towing gliders of all sorts out of Telluride, CO for
years with a 180 horse C-150. The elevation is over 9000 Ft. I've
been towed behind him in an L-13 Blanik with two folks aboard.